Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues of nearly $3.1 billion for the full year 2025, representing a 6.4% increase compared to 2024, and a 6.2% increase on an organic basis [8] - Adjusted EBITDA for the full year grew by 20.7%, with the Adjusted EBITDA margin expanding by 300 basis points to 25.9% [9] - For Q4 2025, consolidated revenue was $789 million, up 6.8% year-over-year, with organic growth of 5.7% [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The industrial segment led growth with a 6.9% increase for the full year, including 7.1% on an organic basis [8] - The consumer segment grew by 6.5%, including 6.1% on an organic basis [8] - The software and advisory segment had a 4% increase in revenue, with 3.7% organic growth [8] - In Q4, the industrial segment's revenues rose 7.3% to $352 million, while the consumer segment's revenues were $335 million, up 8.4% [20][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced growth across all major geographic regions, indicating a balanced performance [8] - The demand for services in the consumer technology sector surged, particularly in EMC testing and HVAC [21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on strategic investments in testing infrastructure, including new facilities for battery testing and automotive EMC testing [9][10] - A realignment of the software and advisory segment was announced to enhance customer value and innovation, with a focus on the newly named Risk and Compliance Software segment [12][13] - The divestiture of the employee health and safety software business is expected to close in Q2 2026, allowing the company to concentrate on core software offerings [24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's resilience amid trade policy shifts and geopolitical uncertainties, highlighting robust organic growth and strong cash flow generation [5][6] - The outlook for 2026 includes expectations for mid-single-digit organic revenue growth, with industrial growth anticipated to outpace consumer growth [25][26] - The company aims to improve Adjusted EBITDA margin to a range of 26.5%-27% in 2026, factoring in restructuring initiatives and foreign exchange impacts [26] Other Important Information - The company generated $600 million from operating activities in 2025, an increase from $524 million in the prior year [22] - Capital expenditures for the year amounted to $197 million, or 6.5% of revenue, reflecting ongoing strategic investments [23] - The company finished the year with $295 million in cash and cash equivalents, maintaining a strong balance sheet [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: 2026 margin guidance and drivers - Management indicated that the 2026 margin guidance reflects continuous improvement efforts and operational leverage, with restructuring initiatives contributing to cost efficiency [35][36] Question: Cash management and debt repayment - The initial use of proceeds from the asset sale will prioritize debt repayment, with a focus on reinvesting in the business and evaluating acquisition opportunities [39] Question: Performance in high-margin verticals - Management noted that growth is driven by megatrends such as energy transition and digitalization, contributing to high-quality growth across various sectors [45][46] Question: Advisory business performance - The advisory business has been softer, with management noting a closer tie to TIC services and a strategic shift to enhance integration with core offerings [83] Question: Lab utilization and productivity - Management emphasized that improvements in margin expansion are linked to both lab and expert utilization, with ongoing technology investments aimed at enhancing capacity [87][89]